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This community service activity aims to improve children's financial literacy and motivate them to save from an early age. This activity was carried out in Perdagangan I Village, Bandar District, Simalungun Regency on August 19-20, 2024 targeting children in grades 5 and 6 at Satrya Budi Perdagangan I Elementary School. The method used involved socialization and making piggy banks from used plastic bottles decorated according to the children's wishes, in order to increase their motivation to save. In addition, the community service team also conducted a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to get feedback on the methods and materials provided. The results of the activity showed that the level of children's financial literacy was still low, where most children did not have the habit of saving and tended to spend their pocket money. After the activity, there was an increase in motivation to save and understanding of the importance of financial literacy, although there were still challenges in implementing the habit of saving consistently. This activity had a positive impact with the increase in enthusiasm of children and parents in understanding the importance of saving for the future. The activity is expected to contribute to increasing public awareness of the importance of financial literacy from an early age.

This study examines the transformation of waqf in the digital era through the waqf crowdfunding model and cash waqf savings products from the perspective of Maqashid Syariah. Waqf, which is traditionally manifested in the form of immovable assets, has now developed into movable assets such as cash waqf, supported by Law No. 41 of 2004. Digital innovations, such as waqf crowdfunding, allow wider community participation with small amounts for productive social projects, while cash waqf savings products in Islamic banking manage funds productively with the proceeds channeled to education, health, and public infrastructure. Despite having great potential in socio-economic development and in line with the Hifdzu Maal principle in Maqashid Syariah, the implementation of digital waqf still faces challenges such as unclear regulations, lack of public awareness, risk of mismanagement, and limited investment. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach, case studies, and normative-sociological with in-depth interviews, documentation, and literature studies as data collection techniques. The research subjects were selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis using the Miles and Huberman interactive model, as well as triangulation of sources and methods for data validity. The results of the study are expected to provide theoretical contributions and practical recommendations for the management of digital waqf that is professional, transparent, and beneficial to the community.  

The purpose of this service is to educate the Concept of Waste Bank, Green Economy, and Money Supply to the Community in Medan Belawan District. The special target in this community service is for the workers of the Blessing Waste Bank in Medan Belawan District to know what the Waste Bank, Green Economy, and Money Supply to the Community in Medan Belawan District is, how its application is an opportunity for household income, for example by becoming a new source of income from saving household waste that has been implemented so that they are able to read the economic and environmental problems that occur. The material presented at this community service is: what is a Waste Bank, Green Economy, and Money Supply, how the impact of the Waste Bank on income from household waste. Which can improve household welfare through public knowledge/understanding related to Waste Banks, Green Economy, and Money Supply. From this community service, it shows the results that with the existence of the Waste Bank, the application of the Green Economy concept can be seen from the collection of household waste that is easily collected at the Waste Bank, the community becomes a customer, has savings, withdraws money, then continues to spend consumption from the money which means that there are selling and buying activities in the market because of the money circulating in the community. This affects economic activities in the Medan Belawan District area.

Along with ongoing economic changes and globalization, people's shopping behavior is also changing. Sometimes, someone buys something not because of need, but just for pleasure. This leads to wastefulness known as consumptive behavior. This research aims to determine the differences in consumptive behavior based on gender among students of the Faculty of Economics at Muhammadiyah University of Gresik. This type of research is quantitative research. The participants in this research numbered 285 students. The measuring instrument used is the consumptive behavior scale (Fromm, 1995). The statistical analysis method used is comparative analysis with chi-square testing. The results of this research show no difference in consumptive behavior between male and female students with a significance value of 0.840 > 0.05. The data categorization results show that the majority of subjects are at a moderate level of consumptive behavior, with a percentage of 72% for male students and 73% for female students. It is hoped that both male and female students can manage their finances as well as possible by saving and prioritizing needs over wants.

This research aims to analyze the effect of savings and financing on increasing the income of Mitra Manindo Syariah Kayu Jati Consumer Cooperative members' income. The sample for this research was members of the Mitra Manindo Syariah Kayu Jati Consumer Cooperative, totaling 155 respondents. The dependent variable (Y) in this research is income, the independent variables savings (X1) and financing (X2). The data used is primary data obtained from respondents through the questionnaire provided. The tool used in this research is SPSS version 21. The research results are based on SPSS calculations that savings do not have a significant effect on income. This is proven by the calculated tvalue being smaller than the ttable, namely: (1.827 < 1.976) with a significant value of 0.070 > 0.025. Meanwhile, financing has an effect on income as evidenced by the calculated t being greater than the ttable, namely: (1.996 > 1.976) with a significant value of 0.048 > 0.025. Then the research results show that savings and financing have a positive and significant effect on the income of cooperative members. This is proven by the calculated F value of 8.326 which is greater than the F table value of 3.06 with a significant value of 0.000<0.005.    

In this modern era, handling environmental issues such as climate change and waste management is becoming increasingly crucial. The Waste Bank Program in South Rejowinagun plays a central role in the Climate Village initiative, aiming to increase community awareness of waste management through sorting and recycling. This initiative relies on active community participation to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills and lower greenhouse gas emissions, thereby contributing to environmental cleanliness and climate change mitigation. Apart from positive ecological impacts, the Waste Bank also creates economic opportunities for the community by implementing a waste "savings" system, where each separated type has monetary value. The methods used, including lectures, counselling and training, are designed to educate the public, including PAUD children, about the importance of effective waste management. Although this program has shown positive results, challenges like a lack of public understanding remain. To overcome this and increase program effectiveness, a more intensive educational approach and strengthening collaboration networks between communities are needed.

This research is motivated by the decline in gold savings in the last four years due to: the value of gold which is currently getting higher, and Covid which occurred in mid-2020. Furthermore, people's needs are increasing and increasing so the ability to buy gold is low. To find out the analysis of the implementation of promotions as a strategy in increasing the number of pawnshop gold savings customers. This research uses a qualitative method using a descriptive approach. The types of data used are primary data sources and secondary data sources. The data collection techniques used by researchers are interviews, observation and documentation with customers and employees of PT.Pegadaian Syariah Gobah Pekanbaru Riau. Data processing techniques with data reduction, data editing, data description and drawing conclusions. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the implementation of promotions is a strategy to increase the number of gold savings customers at PT.Pegadaian Syariah Gobah Pekanbaru Riau, is by using advertising promotions in introducing pawnshop gold savings products using social media and print media, promotions using online publications using websites is an effort to attract attention or news from the media or the general public for a product. can be widely known, Direct Promotion is carried out to attract potential customers by implementing socialization. Promotion Sales are carried out by providing special discounts or promo codes to prospective customers so that they are interested in pawnshop gold savings products at PT. PawnshopGobah Pekanbaru Riau Sharia Service Unit. By implementing promotional forms well, the goal can be achieved to increase the number of pawnshop gold savings customers and increase public understanding of pawnshop gold savings products and can help the community with economic problems.

The research aimed to analyze the role of KSP Kopdit Pintu Air in the development of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in the Maumere Branch. The research method employed a qualitative descriptive analysis approach. The data collection methods included observation, interviewes, and documentation.  The data sources used in this research were both primary and secondary data. The research involved 7 informants, including 3 employees of KSP Kopdit Pintu Air and 4 micro, small, and medium enterprise (UMKM) actors. The research’s results indicated that KSP Kopdit Pintu Air played a role in providing capital for micro, small, and medium enterprises. The also act as marketing facilitators, aiding members in promoting their business results. However, it’s important to note that KSP Kopdit Pintu Air did not offer entrepreneurship training, seminars, or workshops for their members. Additionally, the mentoring provided to member businesses was limited to monthly meetings for motivation, and the financial facilitators had not received training in financial management.

There are three issues studied in this thesis, namely: The role of Micro Business Productive Fund Assistance (BPUM) on the sustainability of MSMEs, procedures for distributing Micro Business Productive Fund Assistance (BPUM) to MSMEs, and maintaining business continuity during the Covid-19 pandemic. The aim of this research is to determine the role of Micro Business Productive Fund Assistance (BPUM) on the sustainability of MSMEs, to find out the procedures for distributing Micro Business Productive Fund Assistance (BPUM) on the sustainability of MSMEs and to find out how to maintain business continuity during the Covid-19 pandemic in the sub-district. Tungkal Ilir in 2020 and 2021. To reveal this problem in depth and comprehensively, researchers used a qualitative approach by collecting data using observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis technique used is field analysis using the Miles and Huberman interactive model including data reduction, data display, data verification. From the research results, it can be concluded that the role and potential of BPUM are: The BPUM program will be a temporary buffer for micro businesses to reduce the negative impact of social restrictions/pandemic, encouragement to increase MSME data, accuracy of targeting of aid distribution and encouragement to BPUM beneficiaries related to licensing, certification and taxation systems. The procedures for distributing BPUM are listed in Chapter IV, Article 7 of the Regulation of the Minister of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises of the Republic of Indonesia Number 6 of 2020 concerning General Guidelines for National Support for Economic Recovery in the context of threats that endanger the nation's economy and saving the national economy during the COVID-19 virus. And there are three factors that play a role in maintaining business continuity during the COVID-19 pandemic, namely the ability to innovate, manage customers and return on investment.

Garbage is a serious problem in Indonesia, including in Medan Belawan District. The Rubbish Bank Program is present as a solution for Rubbish management and economic empowerment of the community. This research aims to analyze the concept of green economy through the Rubbish Bank program in Medan Belawan District.The research method used is qualitatively descriptive with a case study approach. Data is collected through observation, interview, and documentation. The data analysis technique used is thematic analysis. The Rubbish Bank Program in Medan Belawan District has provided economic, social, and environmental benefits. Economic benefits include increased community income, job creation, and savings in Rubbish transportation costs. Social benefits include increasing public awareness about the importance of good Rubbish management, and increasing public concern for the environment. Environmental benefits include reducing Rubbish generation, reducing environmental pollution, and preserving natural resources. The Rubbish Bank Program in Medan Belawan District is an example of the implementation of an effective and sustainable green economy concept. This program can be a model for other Rubbish management programs in Indonesia.

The purpolse of this study is to determine the effect of financial literacylon saving behavior in thle SMKS Thoriqul Ulum Pacet. To ldetermine the effect of pocket moneyl on saving lbehavior in the SMKS Thoriqul Ulum Pacet. To determine lthe effect ofl lifestyle onl saving behavior in lthe SMKS Thoriqul Ulum Pacet. Tol determine lthe effect loffinancial literacy, pocket lmoneyl and lifestyle lon savingl behavior in the SMKS Thoriqul Ulum Pacet. The type of research used lis quantitative quantitative research methods are quantitative research methods which can lbe interpreted las researchl methods basedl lon positive philosophy, used to research cerltain populations or samples. This research uses independent variables and dependent variables. The testing stages consist of descriptive statistical analysis, data quality testing, classical assumption testing, multiple linear regression analysis. Financial Literacy simultaneously has a significant influence on the saving behavior of SMKS Thoriqul Ulum Pacet. Pocket Money, partially has a significant influence on the saving behavior of SMKS Thoriqul Ulum Pacet. Lifestyle partially does not lhave a significant effect onl the saving behavior of students at SMKS Thoriqul Ulum Pacet Financial Literacy, Pocket Money and lifestyle on saving behavior partially havela significant influence oln the savling behavior of students at SMKS Thoriqul Ulum Pacet.

Domas Village, located in Mojokerto Regency, faces challenges in family financial management that impact the community's welfare. The Community Service Program (KKN) of UPN "Veteran" East Java aims to provide innovative solutions through financial education for the PKK mothers in the village. The methods used include presentations, discussions, practical workshops, and household mentoring. Through presentations and discussions, participants are given basic knowledge about financial literacy, the importance of saving, and how to create a household budget. Practical workshops help participants practice budgeting and debt management strategies. Household mentoring ensures the implementation of the acquired knowledge. The results of this program show an increase in awareness and knowledge of financial management among PKK mothers, reflected in the increased number of families who start budgeting and saving regularly. Consequently, this program has successfully created sustainable social change in the lives of the local residents

The banking industry has a very important role in a country's economy. One of the things related to the banking sector is operational activities towards the environment. The increasing environmental damage that occurs is a form of human indiscipline in managing natural resources. Therefore, efforts that banks can make to implement environmentally friendly practices in their operational activities are green banking by considering the 5P aspects, namely People, Planet, Partnership, Peace and Prosperity. Even though banks do not contribute directly to environmental pollution, sectors that carry out business activities cannot possibly operate if they do not have capital to finance their operations and one of the financial institutions that provides capital in the form of financing is banks. So, indirectly banks play an important role in environmental sustainability. This research aims to investigate the impact of green banking on financial inclusion and the growth of Islamic banking in Indonesia. The data analysis method employed is the Seemingly Unrelated Regression (SUR) method. The research approach is associative/quantitative, utilizing secondary data obtained and processed from annual reports and sustainability reports available on the official websites of the respective companies. Additionally, references from scientific journals and previous studies on selected Islamic banks are used. The sample includes PT. Bank Central Asia Sharia Tbk, PT. Bank KB Bukopin Syariah Tbk, PT. Bank Mega Syariah Tbk, PT. Bank Muamalat Indonesia Tbk, PT. Bank Panin Dubai Syariah Tbk, and PT. Bank National Retirement Savings Account Sharia Tbk, covering the period from 2019 to 2023.

Santri participated in building this nation as lost in the history of his people. Joko Widodo set National Day of Santri as a form of appreciation, considering the struggle of scholars and former santri contribute to the struggle for independence. 22 October was decided as National Day of Santri taken from the event of jihad resolution Hadratussyaikh Hasyim Asyari where defend his legal homeland fardlu ain. The purpose of this research is to know the implications of National Santri on the development of Islamic education in Indonesia. This research is done by qualitative approach using descriptive method. Data collection techniques include interviews, documentation, and literature studies. The result of the research shows that National Saving Day has not seen significant impact considering National Sdri Day has been running for two years, in the course of National Day of Santri is expected to restore the existence of santri and known to the wider community which in turn fosters the spirit of nationalism. The existence of National Saving Day is expected santri and Muslims in general have a high spirit in filling independence.

In order to reduce poverty and inequality and increase economic growth and productivity, the paper examines the importance of financial inclusion and national development in Nigeria, with a focus on Niger State. It does this by assisting individuals and businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in saving and investing, managing financial risks, and facilitating smooth consumption. This study identifies major supply-side and demand-side obstacles to financial inclusion as well as structural barriers, and it draws attention to Niger's relative behind other WAEMU nations in terms of youth and women's use of formal financial services. In order to assist the nation's development goal, it lays out major targets for Niger to harness the potential of increased financial inclusion. These include initiatives to address inadequate financial literacy, encourage digitization, and address informality.

The process of handling financing aims to identify strategies for addressing problematic financing in savings and loan cooperatives or BMT (Baitul Maal Wat Tamwil). The research method employed is qualitative, utilizing structured interviews, field observations, and documentation for data collection. The primary factors contributing to problematic financing in BMTs are identified as internal factors (suboptimal analysis of documents and adherence to financing standard operating procedures) and external factors (dishonesty and untrustworthiness among members, malicious intentions, procrastination by members, and unintentional factors such as relocation and natural disasters). Handling strategies involve communication via mobile phones (WhatsApp messages or calls), issuing warning letters, and executing collateral. Efforts to mitigate problematic financing include strict adherence to standard operating procedures, adequate task allocation, the application of prudence principles, and enhancement of employee skills.

Lean Inventory Management is a systematic approach that focuses on reducing waste in the inventory management process to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. This study aims to analyze the impact of Lean Inventory Management implementation on reducing inventory costs in manufacturing companies. This research uses a case study method in a manufacturing company that has implemented Lean Inventory Management. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, direct observation, and analysis of company documents. The analysis techniques used include descriptive and comparative analysis to measure changes in inventory costs before and after implementation. The results showed that the implementation of Lean Inventory Management succeeded in significantly reducing inventory costs. Some of the strategies implemented include the implementation of Just-In-Time (JIT), reduction of buffer inventory levels, improved coordination with suppliers, and the use of information technology for real-time inventory monitoring. In addition, the company also noted improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction as a positive impact of implementing Lean Inventory Management. This study concludes that Lean Inventory Management is an effective approach to reduce inventory costs in manufacturing companies. Proper implementation of lean strategies can result in significant cost savings

Reusing used mineral water bottles as material for making piggy banks is a popular way to teach children about the importance of saving from an early age. This practice also has the added benefit of reducing the amount of plastic waste scattered around the living environment. Plastic waste that is not managed properly can cause serious environmental pollution. The service activity at Primary School 56, Tihu Subdistrict regarding making piggy banks from used bottles aims to train children's skills in processing used goods into something useful, but also to teach the importance of saving from an early age. Making piggy banks from used bottles is an opportunity for children to develop their creativity by utilizing used items into useful products. Through this activity, children can learn while being creative, understanding the importance of protecting the environment and managing waste better, as well as motivating them to like saving.

This research investigates the impact of credit services provided by Makmur Bersama Savings and Loan Cooperative on the income of its members in three main dimensions, namely credit contribution, credit services, and business improvement through credit services. The research employs a quantitative approach using the SPSS version 22 statistical tool. The study was conducted in the Jati Rungo Village, Pringapus District, Semarang Regency, Central Java, with the entire population of members serving as the sample. The results of the analysis indicate that the credit contribution variable has a relatively small but significant influence on member income, while the credit services and business improvement through credit services variables have a positive and significant impact on member income. Simultaneous hypothesis testing confirms the significant effect of at least one independent variable on member income. In conclusion, the observed factors such as credit contribution, credit services, and business improvement through credit services have a significant influence on cooperative member income, providing crucial insights for cooperative management to enhance services and financially empower their members.

The formulation of the problem in this research is: Does the quality of bank service influence the customer's decision to choose IB Fajar Mudharabah Savings at PT. BPRS Fajar Sejahtera Bali? This type of research is quantitative research and data collection methods by distributing questionnaires and documentation. The research subjects used a population of 2,764 customers and a sample of 30 customers. The analysis in this research uses IBM SPSS 25. The results of this research show there is an influence between service quality on the customer's decision to choose where t count > t table is 3.549 > 1.695. There is an influence of service quality on customers' decisions to choose IB Fajar Mudharabah Savings at PT. BPRS Fajar Sejahtera Bali.